Mise en scene ,Props, Lighting

Mise en scene

Mise en scene is french for "put in the scene" when asked to analyse the use of Mise en scene, you are asked to analyse the use of anything in the shot/frame and how it is shown/ arranged.the general areas are setting, lighting, costume. 

Setting

The setting creates both a sense of place and mood. Settings can be either reconstructed to show themes of reality or fictional. Some setting are filmed on-location.

Lighting

There are three main types of lighting Key, Filler and back lighting. these key types are used to create typical narrative cinema by creating depth in frame.

High-key lighting

creates a high contrast ratios, but can be used to create a 'up-beet' mood.

Low-key lighting 

creates high contrast of light and dark. presents high and overpowering shadows whilst the filler lights illuminate aspects of the scene

Costumes

most noticeable aspect of mise en scene, includes the make up and wardrobe choices to convey the personality or status of a character.

https://collegefilmandmediastudies.com/mise-en-scene-2/

Props

 Props are items used in films to help enhance performance. it helps to convey realism in films and help actors become more aware in their character. They are vital parts of films.
They help to convey

• Circumstance: conveying time and place, help the audience build in their imagination, and understand the narrative.
• Atmosphere: it also helps the actors be come more aware of the characters personality and role, as they are given insights to how they hand events and items
• Characters: characters become well know and recognised by their props.
• Safety: they also create safety as they are using fake items e.g. knifes and guns. they do not put actors in danger.

http://spurcreative.co.uk/the-importance-of-props-in-film/